Rock n Roll

Rock 'n' Roll San Diego 2026 | May 30 to 31

Race Weekend Lodging Near Start & Finish

Skip $300+/night downtown hotels. Book full vacation homes near Balboa Park (start) and Downtown (finish). Full kitchens for carb loading, parking, and space for your whole cheer squad.

20,000+ Runners, Downtown Hotels Sell Out Fast

Why Runners Choose Vacation Rentals

🍝 Carb Load at Home

Full kitchens to prep your pre-race pasta dinner. Control your nutrition without expensive restaurant bills.

😴 Quality Sleep

Entire homes mean no hallway noise. Get proper rest before your 6:15 AM start time.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring the Squad

2 to 4 bedrooms for your running crew or family cheering you on. Split costs, share the experience.

🚗 Free Parking

Most properties include parking. Downtown hotels charge $40 to $60/day during race weekend.

🛁 Post-Race Recovery

Hot tub at Prestwick, comfy couches everywhere. Space to stretch, ice bath in the kitchen sink.

💰 Save for Race Swag

Save 30 to 50% on lodging. More budget for expo shopping, post-race brunch, and celebration dinner.

Available Properties for Rock 'n' Roll 2026

Book early, race weekend fills up fast! All properties are 10 to 20 minutes from the start at Balboa Park and finish Downtown.

La Jolla Rancho

• Location: La Jolla, 20 minutes to Downtown Finish

• Description: Luxury coastal home perfect for families. 3 bedrooms, gourmet kitchen for carb loading, relaxing patio for post-race recovery.

• Bedrooms: 3 Bedrooms

• Amenities: Ocean Views, Full Kitchen, Parking

• Price: $328 to $369/night

Prestwick Estate

• Location: San Diego, 15 minutes to Balboa Park Start

• Description: 4-bedroom home with private pool, perfect for running groups! Host your pre-race pasta party, recover in the pool after crossing the finish.

• Bedrooms: 4 Bedrooms

• Amenities: Private Pool, Perfect for Groups, Parking

• Price: $344 to $387/night

Columbia Little Italy

• Location: Little Italy, 10 minutes to Finish Line

• Description: Walkable downtown location. 2 bedrooms, steps from Italian restaurants perfect for that pre-race carb load. Quick Uber to Balboa Park start.

• Bedrooms: 2 Bedrooms

• Amenities: Near Finish, Walkable, Restaurants

• Price: $180 to $200/night

First Avenue

• Location: Downtown, 10 minutes to Balboa Park

• Description: Central 2-bedroom home. Easy access to start line and Health & Fitness Expo at the Convention Center. Full kitchen, comfortable beds.

• Bedrooms: 2 Bedrooms

• Amenities: Central, Near Expo, Parking

• Price: $160 to $180/night

Barrio Logan Room A

• Location: Barrio Logan, 8 minutes to Downtown

• Description: Budget-friendly private room for solo runners. Kitchen access for meal prep, direct trolley to downtown for expo and finish line.

• Room type: Private Room

• Amenities: Budget, Kitchen Access, Trolley Access

• Price: $55 to $85/night

Barrio Logan Room B

• Location: Barrio Logan, 8 minutes to Downtown

• Description: Comfortable private room with shared amenities. Perfect for budget-conscious runners who want to save more for race registration and gear.

• Room type: Private Room

• Amenities: Budget, WiFi, Free Parking

• Price: $45 to $75/night

Barrio Logan Boho Chic Room

• Location: Barrio Logan, 8 minutes to Downtown

• Description: Stylish private room in artsy neighborhood. Best value option for runners on a budget who still want comfortable accommodations.

• Room type: Private Room

• Amenities: Budget, Artistic, WiFi

• Price: $45 to $75/night

Downtown Hotels vs Vacation Rentals

Race Weekend Rate

• Downtown Hotels: $300 to $400+/night

• Our Vacation Rentals: $45 to $387/night (30 to 50% savings)

Parking

• Downtown Hotels: $40 to $60/day extra

• Our Vacation Rentals: Free at most properties

Kitchen for Carb Loading

• Downtown Hotels: None (expensive room service)

• Our Vacation Rentals: Full kitchen in homes

Space for Running Groups

• Downtown Hotels: 1 room per person

• Our Vacation Rentals: 2 to 4 bedrooms, split costs

Pre-Race Sleep

• Downtown Hotels: Hallway noise, thin walls

• Our Vacation Rentals: Entire homes, peaceful neighborhoods

Post-Race Recovery

• Downtown Hotels: Tiny hotel room

• Our Vacation Rentals: Pools, patios, couches to stretch

3-Night Stay (4 runners)

• Downtown Hotels: $3,600+ (4 rooms)

• Our Vacation Rentals: $480 to $1,160 (entire home)

Race Weekend Logistics

All our properties are convenient to both the Balboa Park start and Downtown finish. Plan your race weekend below.

Race Day Details

• Marathon Start: 6:15 AM at Balboa Park

• Half Marathon Start: 6:45 AM at Balboa Park

• 5K Start: 7:00 AM

• Finish: Downtown San Diego

Health & Fitness Expo

• Location: San Diego Convention Center

• Dates: May 29 to 30, 2026 (Friday & Saturday)

• Bib Pickup: Must pick up before race day, no race day pickup!

• Our First Ave and Columbia properties are walking distance from expo

Transportation on Race Day

• Start Line Shuttles: Free shuttles from downtown to Balboa Park

• Rideshare (Uber/Lyft): $12 to $25 from our properties to start

• Family Viewing: Your cheering squad can drive to multiple spots along the course

• After the Race: Easy rideshare from downtown finish back to our properties

Reserve Your Race Weekend Home

20,000+ runners means lodging fills up fast. Get notified about availability and special group rates for running teams.

• Email: admin@thebb.life

Check Availability & Request Group Rates